Murex Performance Analyst

First Derivative is driven by people, data, and technology, unlocking the value of insight, hindsight, and foresight to drive organizations forward. Counting many of the world's leading investment banks as clients, we help our clients navigate the data-driven, digital revolution that is transforming the financial services sector. Our global teams span across 15 offices serving clients across EMEA, North America and APAC.

As an EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) company, a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services, we deliver advanced financial services solutions by empowering operational insights, driving innovation, and enabling more effective risk management in an increasingly data-centric world. Together with EPAM, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving financial landscape, offering comprehensive solutions that drive business transformation and sustainable growth.

The Murex Performance Analyst is accountable for the end-to-end performance, scalability, and stability of the Murex MX.3 platform in a high-availability trading and risk environment.

This role acts as a technical authority for performance engineering, leading analysis, tuning initiatives, and strategic optimization efforts across Front Office, Risk, and Back Office workflows.

The role requires deep expertise in Murex architecture, EOD/SOD processing, batch frameworks, pricing and risk calculations, and close collaboration with infrastructure, database, DevOps, and functional Murex teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for performance optimization of the Murex MX.3 platform
• Analyze and improve EOD/SOD processing and batch dependency chains
• Optimize risk and pricing calculation frameworks to enhance efficiency
• Lead scalability initiatives for workflows and calculation distribution models
• Collaborate with infrastructure, database, DevOps, and functional teams to implement improvements
• Design and implement JVM tuning strategies to optimize system performance
• Leverage monitoring and diagnostic tools to identify and resolve bottlenecks
• Ensure high availability and reliability of the Murex platform in production environments

Requirements

• 7+ years of Murex MX.3 experience, with deep performance focus
• In-depth understanding of Murex EOD/SOD architecture
• Expertise in risk and pricing calculation frameworks
• Proficiency in workflows, schedulers, and batch dependency chains
• Knowledge of grid and calculation distribution models
• Advanced SQL performance tuning (Oracle / Sybase / equivalent)
• Strong Unix/Linux administration and shell scripting
• JVM tuning and troubleshooting experience
• Familiarity with monitoring and performance diagnostic tools
• Experience working with large market data volumes

We offer

• Health benefits: High Deductible Health Plan with an attached HSA (Health Savings Account) which includes Pharmacy coverage, after 60 days from start of employment
• Condition Management resources
• Family Planning resources
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
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This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $75 - $90. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.